"Like many Southern desserts, this rich, moist cake doesn't skimp on the sugar. It gets an extra hit of sweetness from the jam in the cake batter...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
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1 1/2 sticks (6 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup sugar
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3 large eggs, separated
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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1 cup strawberry jam (12 ounces)
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1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, plus 1/2 cup pecan halves for garnish
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Caramel Frosting